Cucumber Onion Avocado Salad
Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly healthy, this Cucumber Onion Avocado Salad is the ultimate go-to recipe for a quick, flavor-packed dish. Bursting with fresh cucumber, creamy avocado, and the tangy bite of red onion, this salad is perfectly balanced with a zesty lemon dressing made with extra virgin olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. A handful of finely chopped parsley adds a delightful herbaceous finish, while minimal prep time—just 15 minutes—makes this recipe an ideal choice for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Whether served as a vibrant side dish or a light main course, this nutrient-rich salad is guaranteed to impress your taste buds and your guests.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 1 small red onion
- 2 large avocado
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice them in half lengthwise, then cut into thin half-moons.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-rings, depending on your preference.
Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh out with a spoon. Dice the avocado into bite-sized pieces.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumber slices, red onion, avocado pieces, and chopped parsley.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together, being careful not to mash the avocado.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy it as a light main course. For an extra touch, you can garnish the salad with additional parsley or a lemon wedge.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
875 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.5 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1225 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.8 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.1 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.2 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2790 mg | 59% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
